Raymond "Chip" Dudderar

In 1986 I got orders to VFA-87 at NAS Cecil Field in Jacksonville, FL. Then CDR Dudderar, who was the CO had only a couple of months left but I could tell that he was a no nonsense trailblazer; yelled and screamed at times but it was in a respectful and motivational way. The XO at that time was then CDR Timothy Keating, who would go on to become CO and later a full blown Admiral; and I know though CDR Keating became a super CO, the fact that he became a super CO and later Admiral I believe can be traced back to CAPT Dudderar having complete and utter confidence in him. A super guy, super CO, Super Sailor/Officer! My deepest sympathies and condolences to the Family. I know it's late, but "better late than never."

LT Dudderar was our avionics division officer with VA-86 aboard USS America in 1972. He cared about sailors and was a great attack pilot and a decent human being. Our paths crossed several times over the years afterwards. RIP Sir!

There are no words that can ease the pain of losing someones beloved. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that your loved one is in God's memory because those who passed are precious in his eyes. Psalms 116:5. You and your family have my deepest condolences.

PHOENIX,ARIZONA
Natalie S.

Linda, Walter and I send our deepest sympathy in the loss of Chip. We remember your family fondly from our time in Orange Park when he was at NAS Jax.

I worked for CDR (then CAPT) Dudderar at Strike in the mid 1980's. He was such a terrific leader, and a good man. I was sad to hear of his passing. My prayers go out to his family as well as my other shipmates.

PRAYERS FOR THE FAMILY. YOU WILL ALWAYS HAVE MEMORIES TO HOLD ON TO. PEACE AND LOVE TO THE FAMILY

I'm Sorry for your loss, my condolences to the family. May God the hearer of prayers bring your family peace and comfort during this difficult time. Psa 116:15

Losing Chip leaves a hole in many hearts. He was a great man.

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.